Refreshing and light, this kanten makes a good breakfast, snack or dessert.

Diet Types: Low Fat, Low Sodium, Macrobiotic, Vegan, Vegetarian

Ingredients:

1 quart apple juice

1 pint fresh strawberries, sliced

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/3 cup agar-agar flakes

1 tablespoon lemon juice

2-3 tablespoons maple syrup or rice syrup for sweetness (optional)

Serves: 4

Cooking Time: Over one hour

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, heat juice and agar over medium heat and stir occasionally as it comes to a boil.
Simmer another 5 minutes or until liquid is clear and smooth. Add berries and lemon juice (and optional sweeteners).
Remove from stove and pour into a heatproof glass pyrex dish. Cool and refrigerate 2-3 hours, or until set. Cut into cubes to serve.